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Sitka Spruce
| Property | Sitka Spruce Picea sitchensis |
|---|---|
| Type | Softwood |
| Cost | $$$ · Premium |
| Hardness | 510 lbf |
| Workability | Good |
| Seasonal movement | Small |
| Outdoor-friendly | No |
| Origin | Domestic (Pacific Northwest) |
| Commonly built | Guitar tops, Piano soundboards, Aircraft parts, Oars |
| Overview | The premier strength-to-weight wood, light, stiff, and strong. The traditional choice for aircraft, ladders, and especially acoustic guitar and piano soundboards. |